Investment Q&A

Q: Which one of these do you prefer and with what rationale? Does it makes sense to own both at low weighting.

Q: I see Parkland's share price since 2003 was rising steadily and quite well until February 2020 when Covid hit but after the initial Covid crash and rebound has been slowly drifting lower, now down about 35% from it's $48 high to the present $31 range and will have to rise over 50% to regain it's all time high. Why is is drifting lower now...what happened?.

It will take 12 years' worth of dividends to get back to the previous high unless the company can grow and prosper and profits rise considerably. I have studied your recent report [thank you] on the company and it looks good and the B+ rating in encouraging but you don't really identify much strong growth as such. Selling the refinery could be a negative as it seems to be steadily profitable.

Comparing the 20 year price and dividend growth histories of companies like FTS, EMA, RY, and T for example it is hard to see PKI as being a superior investment.

So does the current price and anticipated growth merit investing in PKI at this time for a 10 year hold? Do you have that much confidence in management?

Thank you......... Paul W. K.

Q: Can you verify the return of capital for HDIF.Not sure how I found a chart on it but if I am right it showed 87% ROC for 2022.Surely I am wrong . Also A new issue Is HRIF without leverage. Can you explain this? And also I currently hold some CIG686 for monthly income . Would you comment on a switch to either or or suggest something with less ROC .Please and thanks and use all questions to cover.Larry

Q: I purchased Tamarak(TVE) based on many recommendations, as well as yours
- Many people and firms continue to like and recommend this name...

- CFRA has a Hold, with a Negative Growth Rating...

- Price , Chart/Trend have Not been doing well...

- There is a nibble of insider buying

Questions:
1. Would you suggest Hold, Buy more or Sell for another...

2. Why does it seem like negative trading sentiment these days and poor current stock performance, when overall the stock is liked and recommended by many...?

3. Paramount Resources(POU) - I have heard a few Positive recommendations on this company... I think Leon Cooperman had good things to say as well...
- CFRA has a Hold, but gives a Positive Growth Rating

4. Would you recommend staying with TVE or consider POU...? Or Others..?

Thanks

Q: Energy is a small portion of my overall portfolio. TVE is one of my larger holdings but it has lagged other energy names in the past few months. Do you still like TVE and should I be adding to bring my average cost down.

What are your three favourite Canadian Energy Names in current market?

Thanks
Tim

Q: I own a basket of energy stocks but among them TVE is the worst performer. Yet it is frequently recommended. Would you give me the rationale for the positive views on this company. Thank you.

Q: Despite the drop in oil price, VLE is down over 25 per cent in a week which is excessive. Any specific reason for the drop. Would you buy, sell or hold. Thanks.

Q: I have owned CJ since July 2022, its SP has been very much flat during that period. I do have a bit of cash sitting on the sideline and I wonder if I should top up a bit more on CJ, or just cash out and move onto another name.

Patience may be virtue in investing but there are other more lucrative returns out there. What's your take on CJ in the next 12 months or so? Thanks.

Q: I am currently thinking about adding to my energy holdings and have room for either arx or su. I currently hold tou, Cnq, wcp, Enb, trp and ppl

Thanks

Q: If one has exposure to renewables through a large position in Brookfield Corporation (owner of 25% of BEP) and Fortis, do you think it makes sense to hold onto a small position in Northland Power? (which has showed promise over the years but has unperformed the market significantly the past 18 months)

Q: Good day, what are your thoughts on the prospects for natural gas and what are your favourite US and CDN ways to play it?

Q: I sold my TOU & ARX about 2 months ago when the price of gas dropped and I was glad I did because both stocks drop app 20%. Right now the price of gas is still only about $2.30 and I hear that there is currently an over supply of Gas in North America (not sure about Europe - but I don't believe either company can get Gas to Europe yet) but both TOU and ARC are both rising. Why? Based on the current price of GAS both companies will see a huge drop in earnings this year. What am I missing??

Q: A s an owner of TransAlta shares should I hold or sell. Please comment on why.

Q: Gotta say I’m confused,the reason Aqn dropped so much when it reported the cost to acquire Kentucky with rising interest rates was going to handcuff for future acquisitions and also had to cut their dividend,so when they announced they were not going to proceed I thought probably like others getting out of this deal would be a HUGE break and short term catalyst actually results in a further 5.2 % drop,what am I missing…thanks

Q: Peter and His Wonder Team
I thought they just reported a good quarter and yet the stock is down. What am I missing? Thanks for your assessment of this stock.

Q: In a question today you included PPL as a potential takeover. Why did you include PPL and who do you think would be the interested party?

Q: Why is there this marked difference between WTI & WCS? Is it because western Canadian oil is land locked? Is it a squeeze caused by US refineries who know there is no alternative to them as a buyer at this time? Will this difference improve when the Canadian pipeline to British Columbia is finished? The difference now is about $16.00 but at times it can be $30.00.
Thanks Dave

Q: I would like to have a look ahead on both companies.Would TOU look at selling TPZ if the price was right and how would that affect TOU revenues and Dividend or would they sell both TOU. & Tpz if price was right.Mr Rose has already sold. Companies before.I understandTOU has some long term contracts. What does 5i crystal ball foresee in the future,s .Maybe some rich US company flush with cash look at them or would it be expensive for them. I enjoy the dividends,take your time I have many points to redem

Q: I am underweight in energy, owning TVE and ENB. Do you consider ti is a good time to increase energy exposure? I am considering TOU or SU. Which would you prefer for a 5 year hold?

Q: Do you have a current payout ratio for this company ?